Sunday, 8 February 2015

How To Make Marzipan Topped Heart Biscuits

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner it’s time to start thinking about gifts to shower your loved one with. Chocolates are firm favourites at this time of year, and who doesn’t like receiving a sweet treat whatever the day is.

But instead of buying, why not bake instead.

This marzipan topped heart biscuit recipe is quick, simple, delicious and just a little bit romantic.

The great thing is that with coloured marzipans now available there’s no need to agonise over colourings, just buy yourself a pack of red and pink marzipan and you’re all set.

Ingredients For Your Marzipan Heart Biscuits

This biscuit recipe couldn’t be easier. All you need are three ingredients:

* 125g/4oz butter

* 55g/2oz caster sugar

* 180g/6oz plain flour

You will also need a heart shaped biscuit cutter.

First preheat your oven to 190oC/375oF and while it’s heating up make up your biscuit dough.

1. Take your butter and sugar and place in a large mixing bowl. Mix together until you have a smooth, creamy paste.

2. Gradually stir in your sieved flour. Combine until you have a firm dough.

3. Wrap the biscuit dough in cling film and refrigerate for about 30 minutes.

4. Lightly dust your work surface with flour and then roll out the dough. You may want to add some flour to your rolling pin too. As you roll it out move the dough around to stop it sticking.

5. Take your heart cutter and press out your biscuits placing them on a baking tray lined with baking paper.

6. Bake your biscuits for between 15 and 20 minutes. They should be a pale golden colour.